It Takes Two to Tango: Patients' and Providers' Perspectives in Tobacco Cessation and Head/Neck Cancer

CONCLUSION: There is great interest and need both from patients and providers for tobacco cessation services in the oncology setting tailored for head/neck cancer patients in the context of cancer care.IMPLICATIONS FOR PRACTICE: While the combination of pharmacotherapy and cognitive-behavioral intervention is the standard evidence-based treatment for tobacco dependence, it must be adapted to meet the needs and wants of patients and providers in order to be effective. This study provides an in-depth examination of such needs among head and neck cancer patients and providers in the context of cancer care. Providers and patients emphasized the need of having a trained health care provider dedicated to providing tobacco cessation through seamless integration between outpatient and inpatient services as well as follow-up with an emphasis on family involvement throughout the process.PMID:34105215 | DOI:10.1002/onco.13856
Source: The Oncologist - Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Source Type: research